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Travel
Glasgow is very well connected with Europe and the rest of the World, and is served by many major airlines as well as low-cost European operators.
Travelling by Air
Glasgow has two international airports: Glasgow International Airport is the main airport and lies about 15km west of the city centre, regular taxis/buses are available to Glasgow city center; Glasgow Prestwick International Airport is used mainly by low-cost airlines and lies about 50km south-west of the city centre, and is accessible by rail.
Travelling by Rail
Glasgow Central Station is a key hub in the UK rail network and provides convenient connection from London and other major UK cities. Glasgow Queen Street Station is the second main line station situated in the city centre, providing excellent links to the rest of Scotland.
For information on rail travel within the UK contact the 24 hour National Rail Enquiries Line on 08457 48 49 50.
For more information on individual rail operators or to book tickets on-line, please visit any of the following sites:
- Virgin Trains and National Express East Coast operate direct routes to Glasgow Central Station from London's Euston and Kings Cross stations respectively.
- The Trainline and QJump - these are no-nonsense sites offering a direct approach to on-line train travel booking. Use the links to find out times, book tickets and reserve seats from any train operator in the mainland UK.
- BritRail - this site provides information on special rail passes such as the Freedom of Scotland Travel Pass which are only available to international travellers. You will also find timetables and details on where to purchase and how to use BritRail Passes. BritRail Passes are not available in the UK and must be purchased outside the UK.
- First ScotRail - Here you will find details on the West Highland Line, the North Highland Line and Caledonian Sleepers (overnight trains from Scotland to London). You will also find timetables, special ticket offers and other useful travel links.